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Liberty University Leaders Recognized on Virginia Business' 500 Power List for Enrollment and Law School Achievements

Liberty University Leaders Recognized on Virginia Business' 500 Power List for Enrollment and Law School Achievements

Two leaders from Liberty University, President Dondi E. Costin and School of Law Dean Timothy M. Todd, have been named to Virginia Business’ sixth annual “Virginia 500 Power List.” This list acknowledges individuals across 21 sectors who are instrumental in enriching lives and developing the economy within the Commonwealth of Virginia. President Costin was recognized in the education category for leading Liberty University to the highest enrollment among all Virginia schools in the 2025-26 academic year, with a record 167,000 students across residential, online, and K-12 programs. Since assuming the presidency in 2023, Costin has focused on institutional growth while upholding the university's mission through a new student development model. Dean Todd was honored in the law category for his leadership during a historic year for Liberty Law, which included a record-breaking graduating class in Spring 2025 with a 95% employment rate and the largest-ever first-year class in the school's history. The selection...

College of the Holy Cross Seeks Postdoctoral Center Fellow for Inclusive Excellence in Teaching

College of the Holy Cross Seeks Postdoctoral Center Fellow for Inclusive Excellence in Teaching

The College of the Holy Cross, a Catholic liberal arts college in Worcester, Massachusetts, is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Center Fellow position within its Center for Inclusive Excellence in Teaching (CIET). This full-time role aims to support evidence-based pedagogical and curricular projects that promote faculty engagement in professional development related to teaching. The selected fellow will contribute to the CIET's core programming, develop and lead workshops on topics such as course design, learning-centered assignments, and critical pedagogy, and help shape the center's inclusive excellence curriculum. The position offers full benefits and a starting salary of $70,000, with an initial appointment of two years, potentially renewable for an additional year. The fellow will also teach one course per year and receive a professional development stipend.

Sacred Heart University Offers Financial Aid and Professional Experience Waivers for Higher Education Student Affairs Master's Program

Sacred Heart University Offers Financial Aid and Professional Experience Waivers for Higher Education Student Affairs Master's Program

Sacred Heart University is providing various financial support options and professional experience benefits for students enrolled in its Master of Arts (MA) in Higher Education & Student Affairs program. These financial aid opportunities include graduate grant-in-aid, veteran benefits, graduate assistantships, and residence hall director positions. Additionally, the university offers a waiver of three credits for students who are currently working in higher education. The program is designed to equip students with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and experiences necessary for careers in student affairs. It offers both full-time (one year) and part-time (two years) study options, with a cost of $785 per credit. The curriculum is delivered through fully online, asynchronous classes and includes a 150-hour internship, allowing students to apply their learning to real-world scenarios. The program aims to prepare graduates for roles such as academic adviser, enrollment manager, student activities co...

Northwest Missouri State University Students Gain Global Business Experience and Recognition in International Competition

Northwest Missouri State University Students Gain Global Business Experience and Recognition in International Competition

Northwest Missouri State University Students Gain Global Business Experience and Recognition in International Competition

Northwestern University Expands MSL Curriculum with New Courses Addressing Emerging Legal Fields

Northwestern University Expands MSL Curriculum with New Courses Addressing Emerging Legal Fields

Northwestern University's Master of Science in Law (MSL) program is introducing five new courses to its curriculum. These additions aim to equip professionals with the skills to navigate complex legal questions arising from evolving industries, technologies, and policy issues. The new courses include 'Human Research Protections & Regulatory Compliance,' 'Medical Malpractice,' 'Music, Copyright and Technology,' 'Space Law,' and 'Export Controls & Research Security.' The 'Space Law' course, for instance, will delve into the legal architecture governing human activity in space, covering topics such as orbital sustainability, large satellite constellations, protection of the night sky, space resources, cybersecurity, and emerging space-based computing and artificial intelligence infrastructure. Similarly, 'Export Controls & Research Security' will provide an overview of U.S. legal frameworks related to national security and economic policy, examining their role in addressing geopolitical challenges and emergin...

University of Oklahoma Seeks Endowed ConocoPhillips Professorship in Chinese and Asian Studies

University of Oklahoma Seeks Endowed ConocoPhillips Professorship in Chinese and Asian Studies

The University of Oklahoma's David L. Boren School of International Studies is inviting applications for an Endowed ConocoPhillips Professorship of Chinese and Asian Studies. This full-time, tenure-track or tenured position, at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, is set to begin on August 15, 2027. The university is seeking a scholar whose research and teaching will focus on Chinese politics, political economy, foreign policy, and China's role in international affairs. Specific areas of interest include technology and national security, supply chains and strategic resources, state-market relations, and geopolitical competition in East Asia. The successful candidate will contribute to both undergraduate and graduate teaching, with a teaching load of 2:1 for the duration of the endowed appointment.

Starbucks CEO Compensation Linked to Diversity Goals in 2020 Initiative

Starbucks CEO Compensation Linked to Diversity Goals in 2020 Initiative

Starbucks CEO Compensation Linked to Diversity Goals in 2020 Initiative

Morgan State University Secures $10 Million Federal Funding for Research Expansion and Autonomous Networks Institute

Morgan State University Secures $10 Million Federal Funding for Research Expansion and Autonomous Networks Institute

Morgan State University has been awarded $10 million in federal funding to enhance its research programs, expand doctoral training, and create new opportunities for students and faculty. This investment was announced by U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks, along with Congressman Kweisi Mfume. The funding originates from federal programs specifically designed to boost research capabilities at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority-Serving Institutions. A significant portion of this allocation will be dedicated to establishing Morgan State’s new Institute for Trusted Autonomous Networks (TITAN). This university-wide initiative will concentrate on developing autonomous systems capable of operating safely and reliably in complex environments, with research areas including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and quantum-enhanced security. TITAN will explore how autonomous systems can maintain transparency, resist cyberattacks and system failures, and support depen...

Shareholder Activism Continues to Influence Corporate Governance and Strategic Decisions

Shareholder Activism Continues to Influence Corporate Governance and Strategic Decisions

Shareholder Activism Continues to Influence Corporate Governance and Strategic Decisions

Akeba Rice Resigns as Chair of NYU Administrative Management Council Amid Budget Concerns

Akeba Rice Resigns as Chair of NYU Administrative Management Council Amid Budget Concerns

Akeba Rice has resigned as the chair of New York University's Administrative Management Council (AMC), cutting her year-long term short by nine months. Jen Curtis, the council's vice chair, has succeeded her and will serve for the remainder of the term. Rice, who has been an implant manager at the NYU College of Dentistry since 2018, previously served as vice chair of the AMC's Professional Development Committee in 2023 before becoming chair for the 2024-25 academic year. Her resignation was announced in a September 10 email to administrators. The AMC, which includes all NYU administrators, aims to address community concerns, lead service initiatives, and support professional development. The resignation comes amidst significant frustration among administrators regarding recent layoffs at NYU, particularly in the Stern School of Business and the Information Technology department, where at least 25 IT administrators were affected. Additionally, the university faces a potential risk of over $150 million in i...

Towson University and St. Mary's College of Maryland Establish Graduate Pathway Partnership

Towson University and St. Mary's College of Maryland Establish Graduate Pathway Partnership

Towson University and St. Mary's College of Maryland have formalized a partnership to create a streamlined pathway for eligible St. Mary's College graduates to pursue select master's degrees at Towson University. This agreement aims to strengthen existing collaborations between the two institutions and support student success by providing clear academic advising, recruitment, and admission processes. Qualified students from St. Mary's College who meet minimum GPA requirements can gain assured admission to nine specific graduate programs at Towson University after completing their bachelor's degree and fulfilling program requirements. The participating graduate programs include actuarial science and predictive analytics, computer science, economic analytics, forensic science, health science, human resource development, nursing, professional writing, and supply chain management. The partnership also offers benefits such as coordinated advising, opportunities to engage with Towson University faculty, applicat...

California Ranks Among Lowest in Student Debt Burden Nationally

California Ranks Among Lowest in Student Debt Burden Nationally

A new analysis by WalletHub indicates that California has one of the lowest student debt burdens in the United States, ranking 49th least-indebted among the 50 states and Washington, D.C. Only Hawaii and Utah fared better. This finding is notable given California's high cost of living. The primary reason attributed to this low debt burden is that an overwhelming 83% of college-age students in California choose to attend public colleges and universities. The state's extensive public higher education systems—the University of California (UC), California State University (CSU), and California Community Colleges (CCC)—comprise approximately 150 institutions. These public institutions offer reasonable in-state tuition fees, which significantly reduces the need for students to take out large loans. According to the Public Policy Institute of California, freshmen in California are 44% less likely to take out a loan compared to students in other states. Less than 40% of freshmen at UC and CSU campuses take out loa...